“I purchased a model home that has 4 speakers in the ceiling, but no amplifier. The junction box is in my closet with power, a cable connection and 2 speaker wires into what looks like a phone jack input. Will this product work with my set up?”
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To determine whether the Sonos Amp will work with your setup, we need to consider a few factors based on the information you provided: 1. Speaker Wires Speaker Wires: If you have traditional speaker wires running to your speakers, the Sonos Amp is designed to work perfectly with them. The Sonos Amp has speaker terminals that accept standard speaker wire connections. 2. Phone Jack Input Phone Jack Input: The "phone jack input" you're describing might be a modular jack (like a RJ11 or RJ45) that was used for an older system or another purpose, not typically for audio. If the speaker wires terminate into this jack, you would likely need to bypass or rewire this connection directly to the Sonos Amp’s speaker terminals. Solution: You might need to cut off the phone jack connectors and strip the speaker wires so that they can be connected directly to the Sonos Amp’s speaker terminals. 3. Power Connection Power Connection: The Sonos Amp requires a standard AC power outlet. Since you mentioned that there is power in the closet, you should be able to plug the Sonos Amp directly into that outlet. 4. Cable Connection Cable Connection: The cable connection in your closet might be for a TV or internet service. If you’re looking to use the Sonos Amp to power speakers for a TV, the connection would typically be through an HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) connection or optical input, which the Sonos Amp supports. 5. Network Connection Network Connection: The Sonos Amp connects to your home network either via Wi-Fi or an Ethernet cable. If your closet has an Ethernet port, you can use that to provide a stable connection to the Sonos Amp. Summary Speaker Connection: You may need to modify the speaker wire terminations if they are currently connected via a phone jack. Power and Network: The Sonos Amp will need a standard AC power outlet and an internet connection (either via Wi-Fi or Ethernet). If these adjustments are feasible, your setup should be compatible with the Sonos Amp. However, if you are unsure about rewiring the speakers or how to connect them, you might want to consult with an installer or a professional to ensure everything is set up correctly.
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